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bournemouth Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
09:33am

Swell

2ft

Cross-onshore wind

Cross

9mph

11mph

Rising tide

High

03:28pm

Weather

7°C

8°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 29 Mar

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 12mph 20mph	1ft 11s	6°C
3ft 6s	1ft 11s	Cross 10mph 15mph	1ft 11s	6°C
2-3ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 9mph 12mph	1ft 11s	6°C
1-2ft 8s	1ft 12s	On 11mph 12mph	1ft 12s	8°C
1ft 12s	1ft 9s	On 14mph 15mph	1ft 9s	8°C
1ft 12s	0-1ft 4s	On 16mph 20mph	0-1ft 4s	9°C
1ft 12s	0-1ft 4s	On 18mph 26mph	0-1ft 4s	9°C
1ft 12s	1ft 5s	On 20mph 29mph	1ft 5s	9°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 6s	1ft 11s	Cross 13mph 17mph	1ft 11s	10°C
3ft 6s	1ft 11s	Cross 12mph 15mph	1ft 11s	12°C
2ft 6s	1ft 11s	Cross 12mph 15mph	1ft 11s	12°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	1ft 12s	Off 10mph 12mph	1ft 12s	8°C
1ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1ft 11s	9°C
1ft 9s	1ft 10s	Cross 10mph 13mph	1ft 10s	9°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 13s	Off 24mph 33mph	Flat	8°C
1ft 13s	Cross 25mph 34mph	Flat	8°C
1ft 13s	Off 26mph 37mph	Flat	9°C

Wednesday 02 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	0-1ft 9s	Off 17mph 25mph	0-1ft 9s	9°C
1ft 11s	1ft 4s	Off 15mph 25mph	1ft 4s	9°C
1ft 11s	0-1ft 4s	Cross 14mph 26mph	0-1ft 4s	9°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	Off 17mph 26mph	Flat	9°C
1ft 11s	Cross 15mph 26mph	Flat	10°C
1ft 11s	Cross 15mph 27mph	Flat	10°C

Friday 04 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 16mph 25mph	0-1ft 9s	9°C
1ft 10s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 16mph 24mph	0-1ft 6s	9°C
1ft 10s	1ft 7s	Cross 15mph 25mph	1ft 7s	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s		Cross 16mph 24mph	Flat	9°C
1ft 10s	0-1ft 11s	Cross 14mph 21mph	0-1ft 11s	9°C
1ft 11s		Cross 12mph 18mph	Flat	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	0-1ft 3s	On 3mph 3mph	0-1ft 3s	10°C
1ft 10s		On 3mph 3mph	Flat	11°C
1ft 9s		On 4mph 4mph	Flat	11°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 7mph 7mph	0-1ft 9s	11°C
1ft 9s	0-1ft 10s	Cross 8mph 9mph	0-1ft 10s	11°C
1ft 9s		Cross 10mph 13mph	Flat	11°C

Historical data

Location guide

Bournemouth, a popular seaside resort on the southern coast of England, is notable for its surfing conditions. Although it cannot compete with world-class destinations like Hawaii or Australia, the surf in Bournemouth provides an exciting and user-friendly experience for both beginner and intermediate surfers. Being adjacent to the English Channel, Bournemouth's surfing conditions are predominantly dependent on the prevailing wind conditions. The wind tends to blow from the South and South West quite often, generating rideable waves for surfers. The warmer months between April and October typically provide the most consistent conditions for surfing, with swells reaching between 2 to 5 feet on a good day. Bournemouth's sandy beach break offers safe and forgiving surf conditions ideal for beginners or those seeking to improve their skills without the dangers of a rocky outcrop or heavy rip currents. While the power of the waves might not be suitable for advanced surfers seeking an adrenaline rush, the waves' fun and playful nature provides ample opportunities for intermediate surfers to cut their teeth on trickier maneuvers and refine their techniques. One unique feature of Bournemouth is the presence of the UK's first artificial surf reef at Boscombe, Bournemouth. While the surf reef has had mixed reviews and varied success, it does produce a wave under specific conditions. When it works, surfers can experience a far quicker and more challenging ride than the beach break alone. Bournemouth's approach to facilities and surf culture can't be understated. There are a plethora of surf schools and rental shops near the beach, making it convenient for those without their own equipment. Local surf schools are beneficial, especially for beginners, providing valuable insights into surf etiquette, wave judgment, and effective paddling techniques. In conclusion, while Bournemouth might not produce world-class waves, it's a fantastic place to learn and consistently surf. Its welcoming environment, combined with decent surf conditions and easily accessible surf infrastructure, make it an attractive destination in the UK for beginner and intermediate surfers.